EAB Engineering Accreditation Board

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1 EAB Engineering Accreditation Board Appendix B: Specified Learning Outcomes Summary of Engineering Council Output Statements Specific Learning Outcomes Knowledge is information that can be recalled. Understanding is the capacity to use concepts creatively, for example in problem solving, in design, in explanations and in diagnosis. Know-how is the ability to apply learned knowledge and skills to perform operations intuitively, efficiently and correctly. Skills are acquired and learned attributes which can be applied almost automatically. Awareness is general familiarity, albeit bounded by the needs of the specific discipline. In the tables below, the central column related to the BEng(Hons) for CEng, is the reference column and the ones to the left and right show enhancements or limitations to it. Where no enhancement or limitation is shown the statement in the central column applies. Page 1 of 6

2 UK-SPEC Specific Learning Outcomes IEng degree as an enhancement or limitation to BEng(Hons) for CEng BEng(Hons) for CEng Integrated MEng degree as enhancement of BEng(Hons) The weighting given to these different broad areas of learning will vary according to the nature and aims Underpinning Science and Mathematics and associated engineering disciplines (US) US1i the scientific principles underpinning relevant technologies, and their evolution US1 scientific principles and methodology necessary to underpin their education in their engineering discipline, to enable appreciation of its scientific and engineering context and to support their understanding of future developments and technologies. US1m A comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles of own specialisation and related disciplines. US2i mathematics necessary to support application of key engineering principles US2 mathematical principles necessary to underpin their education in their engineering discipline and to enable them to apply mathematical methods, tools and notations proficiently in the analysis and solution of engineering problems. US2m A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of mathematical and computer models relevant to the engineering discipline, and an appreciation of their limitations. US3 US3 Ability to apply and integrate knowledge and understanding of other engineering disciplines to support the study of their own engineering discipline US3m US4m An understanding of concepts from a range of areas including some outside engineering, and the ability to apply them effectively in engineering projects. An awareness of developing technologies related to own specialisation. Page 2 of 6

3 Engineering Analysis (E) E1i Ability to monitor, interpret and apply the results of analyses and modelling in order to bring about continuous improvement E1 Understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply them to analyse key engineering processes. E1m Ability to use fundamental knowledge to investigate new and emerging technologies. E2i Ability to use the results of analysis to solve engineering problems, apply technology and implement engineering processes. E2 Ability to identify, classify and describe the performance of systems and components through the use of analytical methods and modelling techniques E2m Ability to extract data pertinent to an unfamiliar problem, and apply its solution using computer based engineering tools when appropriate E3i Ability to apply quantitative methods and computer software relevant to their engineering technology discipline(s), frequently within a multidisciplinary context. E3 Ability to apply quantitative methods and computer software relevant to their engineering discipline, to solve engineering problems E3m Ability to apply mathematical and computer based models for solving problems in engineering, and the ability to assess the limitations of particular cases. E4i Ability to apply a systems approach to engineering problems through know-how of the application of the relevant technologies E4 Understanding of and ability to apply a systems approach to engineering problems E4 Page 3 of 6

4 Design is the creation and development of an economically viable product, process or system to meet a defined need. It involves significant technical and intellectual challenges and can be used to integrate all engineering understanding, knowledge and skills to the solution of real problems. Graduates need the knowledge understanding and skills to: Design (D) D1i Define a problem and identify constraints. D1 Investigate and define a problem and identify constraints including environmental and sustainability limitations, health and safety and risk assessment issues D1m Wide knowledge and comprehensive understanding of design processes and methodologies and the ability to apply and adapt them in unfamiliar situations. D2i Design solutions according to customer and user needs D2 Understand customer and user needs and the importance of considerations such as aesthetics D2 D3 D3 Identify and manage cost drivers D3 D4i Use creativity and innovation in a practical context D4 Use creativity to establish innovative solutions D4m Ability to generate an innovative design for products, systems, components or processes to fulfil new needs. D5i Ensure fitness for purpose (including operation, maintenance, reliability etc) D5 Ensure fitness for purpose for all aspects of the problem including production, operation, maintenance and disposal D5m D6i Adapt designs to meet their new purposes or applications D6 Manage the design process and evaluate outcomes D6 Page 4 of 6

5 Economic, social and environmental context (S) S1 S1 commercial and economic context of engineering processes S2 S2 Knowledge of management techniques which may be used to achieve engineering objectives within that context S3 S3 Understanding of the requirement for engineering activities to promote sustainable development S4 S4 Awareness of the framework of relevant legal requirements governing engineering activities, including personnel, health, safety, and risk (including environmental risk) issues. S5 S5 Understanding of the need for a high level of professional and ethical conduct in engineering S1m S2m S3 S4 S5 The ability to make general evaluations of commercial risks through some understanding of the basis of such risks Extensive knowledge and understanding of management and business practices, and their limitations, and how these may be applied appropriately to strategic and tactical issues. Page 5 of 6

6 Practical application of engineering skills, combining theory and experience, and use of other relevant knowledge and skills. This must include an appropriate combination of the majority of these outcomes Engineering Practice (P) P1i Understanding of and ability to use relevant equipment, tools, processes, or products P1 Knowledge of characteristics of particular equipment, processes or products P1m A thorough understanding of current practice and its limitations and some appreciation of likely new developments P2i workshop and laboratory practice P2 Workshop and laboratory skills P2m Extensive knowledge and understanding of a wide range of engineering materials and components P3i Knowledge of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied (e.g. operations and management, application and development of technology, etc) P3 Understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied (e.g. operations and management, technology, development, etc) P3 P4i Ability to use and apply information from technical literature P4 Understanding use of technical literature and other information sources P4 P5 P5 Awareness of nature of intellectual property and contractual issues P5 P6i Ability to use appropriate codes of practice and industry standards P6 Understanding of appropriate codes of practice and industry standards P6 P7i P8i Awareness of quality issues and their application to continuous improvement Understanding of the principles of managing engineering processes P7 Awareness of quality issues P7 P8 Ability to work with technical uncertainty P8m Ability to apply engineering techniques taking account of a range of commercial and industrial constraints Page 6 of 6